A comprehensive evidence-based guide to the role of psychology in cancer care
Multidisciplinary authors provide a holistic overview Details the key principles and models of
cancer-related distress Guides through assessment and treatment Illustrated with case studies
Printable tools for clinical use More about the book Psychosocial oncology is a health
psychology specialty that focuses on the psychological behavioral emotional and social
challenges faced by patients with cancer and their loved ones. Cancer can cause significant
distress and psychosocial interventions are known to be effective for helping patients and
families navigate the many issues that can arise at all stages of the cancer continuum. This
volume provides psychologists physicians and other health care providers with practical and
evidence-based guidance on the delivery of psychological interventions to patients with cancer.
The multidisciplinary team of authors succinctly present the key principles history and
theoretical models of cancer-related distress. They then move on to explore clinical assessment
and interventions in cancer care in particular psychological and psychiatric treatments
multidisciplinary care management and complementary supportive interventions. Case vignettes
give the reader insight into diagnostic processes and effective treatment planning.
Practitioners will find the printable handout and screening tool for clients invaluable in
their daily work.
